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Senior Systems Engineer

Peregrine
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7 months ago
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At Peregrine, were constantly seeking Specialist Talent that offer the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Project Change Professionals in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now.


How Specialist Talent Works


At Peregrine, we find the best talent for our clients. Unlike traditional contractors, where you are hired by the client, you remain a permanent employee of Peregrine, with access to all our standard benefits:

A Permanent Position in a Market-Leading Aerospace & Defence company

Life Assurance

5% annual bonus

Pension Scheme Employer matched to 5%

Voluntary Benefits Health Cash Plan, Dental, Will Writing etc

Annual Leave 23 days rising to 27 with length of service

Sick Pay Increasing with length of service


The Role: Senior Systems Engineer


We are looking for experienced and talented Senior Systems Engineers to join a global market-leading business to support the development of a wide range of state-of-the-art products.

As part of one of the world's leading defence, security and aerospace companies, the successful Senior Systems Engineer will be part of the development and supply of products across a diverse mix of commercial and platforms; Head Up and Head Worn Displays, Safety Critical Pilot Control and Flight Control Systems.

We encourage our Senior Systems Engineers to gain a breadth of knowledge across these domains and also develop to become subject matter experts in one or more product domain, or systems engineering specialism.


Key Responsibilities


Understanding customers complex needs and collaborating to develop, validate and manage requirements at multiple levels

Developing complex system architectures and sub-systems using a Model Based Systems Engineering approach

Integration, analysis and test of real time systems containing multiple technical disciplines such as electronic, mechanical, optical and software sub-systems.

Taking accountability for collaborative technical work package execution and associated outcomes

Providing guidance, coaching and nurturing talent in other engineers

Verifying that customer needs are satisfied

Steering new and improved systems development through implementation whilst making use of best practice systems lifecycle processes alongside techniques such as Learn First and Agile


Desired experience and qualifications


5 years or more proven experience in systems engineering activities in relevant product markets and/or domains, such as real time displays or electro-mechanical controls

Proven experience in requirements and design analysis, modelling and simulation, using tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, Matlab and Simulink and design methodologies such as SysML

Proven experience in safety-related systems and safety assessment processes with an understanding of how these processes influence the design

Customer and/or supplier liaison experience for technical aspects

Ability to work with little guidance and make sound strategic decisions whilst collaborating to ensure the team understand, co-operate and support those decisions

Proven experience in estimating, planning and tracking multi-discipline or systems engineering activities

Ability to perform review assessments and technically guide the work of others

Detailed electronic engineering experience is highly desirable. Exposure to other engineering disciplines (Optics, AI, software, manufacture, mechanical etc.) is also desirable.

An understanding of information assurance, cyber security and environmental impact aspects relating to real time embedded engineering products would be beneficial

A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics or Mathematics)


We are looking for candidates who


Collaborate effectively as part of a larger team, sharing understanding and enthusiasm via excellent communication skills

Reliably estimate and plan their own work, understanding budget and schedule constraints, share concerns openly, accurately report progress

Are inclusive and nurture others, sharing positive and constructive feedback spontaneously and sensitively

Are proactive in looking for and sharing improvement opportunities

Context switch and prioritise work effectively whilst yielding positive results

Are curious, question others, are eager to learn and solve new dilemmas

Support strategic goals whilst working on detailed and complex technical tasks

Exhibit professional behaviours at all times, providing a role model for others


If you are a Senior Systems Engineer and feel you have the desired skills and experience which would enable you to hit the ground running, please apply to find out more information about this exciting opportunity.


About us:

At Peregrine, we see beyond the immediate and look to the horizon. We build lasting, meaningful partnerships with our clients, and deliver flexible solutions for every resourcing need, both now and in the future. Together, we help our clients to engage, develop and harness the skills they need to achieve and grow the workforce they want.


Our culture:

At Peregrine we embrace fresh ideas, and we love learning fast. Our solutions are trusted and established, so we have the confidence of knowing we have a solid foundation. We rely on openness and honesty, and were always ready to help each other out. And we believe that our work can benefit society whether its finding the digital talent of the future or being a driver for social mobility.


Our commitment to diversity:

At Peregrine, were proudly committed to championing diversity and inclusion, with company-wide initiatives to drive greater social mobility and reduce our environmental impact. Our teams represent a huge breadth of cultures, languages, and ethnicities, and over 20 different nationalities. We also employ candidates from a range of educational and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our partnerships with numerous charities ensure that we can stay well-informed and continue to improve our practices for the future. It reflects in the way we recruit for our clients as we assist them in becoming more diverse.


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